Care Homes in Doncaster: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Doncaster — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Doncaster has 91 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 2 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 64 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Doncaster have access to well-rated care options.
22 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 64 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 48 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 2,685 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Doncaster
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandrock House Residential Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 37 |
| Ammersall Court | Outstanding | Residential | 18 |
| Elm Park Care Home | Good | Nursing | 100 |
| Liberty House | Good | Residential | 81 |
| Meadow View | Good | Residential | 80 |
| Northfield Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 80 |
| Northfield Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 80 |
| Ivy Court | Good | Residential | 72 |
| Cedars Care Home | Good | Residential | 66 |
| Ernelesthorp Manor & Lodge | Good | Residential | 65 |
| Rose House | Good | Residential | 61 |
| Dr Anderson Lodge | Good | Nursing | 60 |
| Rock House Residential Home | Good | Residential | 57 |
| The Royal | Good | Nursing | 57 |
| St Mary's Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 56 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Doncaster
Nursing Homes (22)
Qualified nurses on-site 24/7 for residents with complex medical needs, post-surgical recovery, or conditions requiring regular clinical care.
Browse nursing homes in Doncaster →Residential Homes (64)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Doncaster →Dementia Care in Doncaster
48 care homes in Doncaster specialise in dementia care. These homes typically offer secure environments, specialist training for staff, and activities designed for people living with dementia.
How to Choose a Care Home in Doncaster
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 66 homes in Doncaster meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (22 homes) and residential (64 homes) based on medical needs.
- 3Visit at least 3 homes — Use our visiting checklist to compare homes in person.
- 4Understand the costs — Care home fees in England average £800–£1,200/week. See our funding guide.
- 5Save and compare — Use the shortlist feature on each care home page to save and compare your favourites side by side.
All Care Homes in Doncaster
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